Objective: To examine the attitudes, knowledge, and practices of Tennessee veterinarians and physicians engaged in clinical practice regarding the risk for and prevention of zoonoses in people with HIV infection or AIDS.
Design: Cross-sectional survey.
Sample: Licensed Tennessee veterinarians and physicians engaged in clinical practice.
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